We are going to Africa and need 2 pairs of binoculars - it was recommended that we get 8x40 or 10x42 ---- are these equivalent? good for safari????
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In my opinion you need a better range of optics. There is very little light gathering ability difference between x40 and x42. I would recommend the 8x40 and 10x50's. I know, the 10x50 are heavier but they also are better in low light. You never know when you are going to see something that is a once-in a lifetime occurence. I think it is worth the weight.
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I used them hunting in Wisconsin last month. They are super clear and worked great for game 200 - 400 yards away.
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The ACULON 8X40 is the best binoculars that I've purchased thus far...well-made...clear...great for football...
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If you are use to using a pair of binoculars, any binoculars, unless there 30 years old and broken! These are very good. I got a pair of 10x50 and they're too hard to see through unless on a tripod.
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I was looking at these and changed to a 10 x 50 Celestron " Up Close G2" . They were only $31.16 shipping a d i would by another pair tomorrow if need be. Crisp wide almost 3D vision. Check those out before spending your hard earned bucks.
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Hello,Jody.i think 10x42 is better.the binoculars is good quality, and not very heavy. I use it to see bird,nice experience.
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Yes, I have the 10x42 Aculon a211 binoculars and they are really nice. We use them for animal and nature viewing and they are wonderful. I don't think you will regret your purchase.
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I bought these for my husband and he loves them. When I looked out of our window to look at cars I swear I could see them clear as day. I think these would be perfect : )
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Typical binocular sizes for birding are around 8x40, 8x25, 7x35, and 8x30. Bigger 2nd number = more light but heavierer. Models up from this that rare really great but still not to expensive would be the Nikon Acculon 7x35 (wide view), LL.Bean/Bushnell "Discovery" 8x25(small but sharp), and the Leupold Yosemite 8x30(very sharp and clear). This 8x21 is OK but it needs a bright target and it's not super sharp. Still, 8x21 is easy to carry around in pocket or purse. I use the Discovery a lot...it's a compromise size and super-sharp.
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I would have to look back at my information but I can say these are fantastic small binoculars. They are not the best for birding because they do not have the width of field you may want but otherwise I do like them very much.
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7x35 will be just fine. They are the standard go to binoculars for most things we do.
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Probably... I got them for my wife to watch birds. They are light to carry & bright to look through. She likes 'em. If you are new to binoculars, yes you will like 'em and they will serve you well. If you are familiar with full sized ones (i.e. boat anchors that require a mono/tripod to use - you will be disappointed. But for a general set of small, light and powerful - they are a good choice.
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I thnk you can find lighter binoculars. I have a pair of NIKON that are by far my favorite.
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It's a toss up. 10x obviously gets you a bit closer. However when you're exerting yourself (like hiking) it's more difficult to hold still, so the extra power works against you. When you're at a concert you'll wish you had more power. If you can afford it, 10x28 (or 8x28) binoculars will get you a better image because both eyes and 28mm times two = 56mm equivalent in a monocular. I love my Vortex 10x28 binoculars and only use the monocular when ultralight backpacking.
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If this link isn't exactly the two binoculars you wanted to compare, enter the exact models you did wish to compare.http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/compare/Celestron_Outland_X_8x42_Binocular_vs_Celestron_8x42_Nature_DX_Binocular/BHitems/761213-REG_917629-REG/ci/979
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You would need a space 6" x 6" x 3". Those are the outside dimensions of the carrying case that comes with the binoculars. As an aside, these are outstanding for the money,
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10 x 50 binoculars are very good for astronomy. These are considered the first pair for many. You will be able to see many objects and they are also good for quickly learning the night skies of each season. Clear skies!
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I can't answer the question definitively, but I have owned a number of Bushnell optics in the past and found them to be very satisfactory. Ten power is too strong unless you are extremely stong and can hold them very, very steady, or use a tripod. Night binocs shoul be 7. X. 50. I would recommend 7 X 50 or 7 X 35 for bird watching.
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I think they would work quite well. I used to have a pair of 10X50 binoculars and it was too hard to keep the field of vision steady. Really needed a tripod to see clearly without shaking.However, I'm not a hunter, per se.
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Model EL 8.5 x 42, which I have, is 7" x 5.5" x 2.5". They weigh 2lbs 3 oz. That is for the binoculars alone. If in their (very substantial) carrying case, the measurements and weight you quote would be about right. The clarity and light transmission is outstanding - so in short, very expensive, but you get what you have paid for. Cheers......
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I think those are for binoculars that are 10x, 12X, 20X in power. Those are binocs more suited to astronomy. These have such a wide field of view that most people don't use them for astronomy.
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In my opinion, you should probably use 8 power binoculars for bird watching unless you can hold these 10 powers quite still. 10 powers really expose any shaking.
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I'm sorry, but i cannot answer your question because shortly after getting my binoculars they were taken by the Federal Transportation person from my luggage, so i hardly had a chance to use them. The government's response so far has been, "Sue us!" I may. What I as a naive traveler learned is never pack binoculars in checked luggage.
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I have the 10x25 power binoculars, I just looked at a tree branch at 15 feet away and it focused well, I was almost at the lowest focus. At 8 to 10 feet,the 10x is too strong, could not focus. Maybe with the 8 power, you may be able to focus at 10 feet, I'm just guessing. By the way, these binoculars are very clear for the price. I hope this answer can help you out.